Profile
Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe (WCAS) is a private equity firm based in the United States with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. They were established over 45 years ago, emphasizing long-term partnerships with management teams to drive growth and innovation. The firm has a deep team with expertise in technology and healthcare, creating value through strategic partnerships and operational improvements.
WCAS invests in a variety of sectors including EdTech, FinTech, GovTech, data and information services, health care IT, and payor services. They typically manage investments across Series B to Late Stage, primarily in North America. They have raised significant capital over their history, engaging a wide range of investors.
Notable investments by WCAS include companies such as Fiserv - a financial services technology solutions provider, Select Medical Corporation - a healthcare services company, and Shields Health Solutions - a specialty pharmacy services provider. They also have invested in Clearwater Analytics - a provider of SaaS-based investment accounting and analytics, and Kindred at Home - a home health care services provider.
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Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe (WCAS) Funds
| Name | Type |
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Size | AUM | Launch date |
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WCAS XII, L.P
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Venture Capital (VC)
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Education
Financial Services
Fintech
Healthcare Services
Software
Technology
HealthTech
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Pre-seed
Seed
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North America
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$5-10 m
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$3200 M
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December 2016
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WCAS XIII, L.P
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Private Equity (PE)
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Financial Services
Fintech
Healthcare Services
Technology
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Series B
Late Stage (Series C+)
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North America
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$5-10 m
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$4300 M
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December 2019
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WCAS XIV, L.P
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Private Equity (PE)
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Financial Services
Fintech
Healthcare Services
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Series B
Late Stage (Series C+)
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North America
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$5-10 m
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$5000 M
|
July 2023
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